As a second-year volunteer for Read Ahead, I am thrilled to be running in the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon, as part of Team Read Ahead. I am honored to be running for my mentee Jackson, a second grader from Manhattan, and all of the other students at the Hernando De Soto School. Over the past two years, I have met with Jackson on a weekly basis during the schoolyear to provide mentorship support. This is a mission I am extremely passionate about and need your help! Every donation—big or small—helps me reach my fundraising goal and directly impacts this important program. 

In NYC public schools, around 50% of students are struggling with one of the most foundational skills for success: reading.

This is where Read Ahead comes in. We know that with the right support, every student can become a joyful, confident, and fluent reader. Read Ahead intervenes early, providing weekly sessions designed to help 1st - 5th graders develop literacy skills, a love of reading, confidence, and more. And we know Read Ahead works. Last year, 95% of parents and teachers said that their student(s) benefited from being in Read Ahead.

Here's how you can help:

• Donate: Contribute whatever you can. No amount is too small!
• Spread the Word: Share my fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks. Let's spread awareness so we can raise more!

Thank you for your support. It means the world to me!

Follow along with my training on Strava as I prepare for the race on March 15, 2026 at: Strava link